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Trinidad: PBL Should Welcome More Applicants for Comm Position
(March 23, 2010)

The PBL board should open its doors to anyone who's interested in taking over Chino Trinidad who recently stepped down as commissioner after serving the country's premier amateur league for 10 years.

"Let's welcome anybody who's interested. Don't put a limit on the number of applicants because there may be others with brilliant ideas," said Trinidad in yesterday's PSA Forum at Shakey's UN Avenue.

Trinidad, a sportscaster by profession, said his retirement takes effect immediately, and has given the board headed by Ding Camua of Pharex a free hand in choosing the man who will take over the post.

"It's better left to the board. But whoever takes over must have a grasp of the situation, one who can handle concerns like the TV coverage and the participating teams," said Trininad during the weekly forum.

He can't even mention the names of those being considered for the post or those who eyeing the post although the names of Noli Eala, Joe Lipa and Ato Badolato have been mentioned within the PBL circle.

"But whoever gets it will not find it hard because the structure is there, the programs are there. Still, it will be a challenge," said Trinidad, who offered to resign but was instead asked by the board to retire.

Now that he is no longer PBL commissioner, Trinidad said he can explore new challenges, mostly related to his chosen profession as a news anchor, sportscaster and boxing commentator.

"But I will remain with the PBL in an unofficial capacity. If they need my help, then I will always help. I will continue to watch the games because I've developed a lot of friends in the PBL," he said.

Trinidad wished the PBL the best, and said it's about time he stepped down so the league can take in a new leader, a younger one if possible, who can infuse new ideas and bring in new energy.

He said there's already a very short list of candidates for the post but did not want to preempt any development.

"There are a lot of people out there with brilliant minds, and if given a chance can take the league to greater heights. I think the board has started entertaining those interested to take on the challenge," he said.

Trinidad said a lot of calls have been made, including those from people who may be offering their services.

"Madami na daw inquiries. The board should take all of them in, then screen them. To make it faster, do away with the typical question and answer type of interview. Instead, let those interested to lay their programs on the table," said Trinidad.

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